The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Department of Justice (DOJ) and law enforcement agencies are going after a syndicate recruiting Filipinos to work in offshore gaming operations in Laos.

The Philippines and New Zealand are working on elevating their diplomatic relationship to a comprehensive partnership.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed hopes Friday that Philippine durian could soon enter the New Zealand market as the two countries negotiate for the export of the tropical fruit.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reported a successful outcome of his participation in the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Laos where he pushed for the country’s interests before the regional gathering.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on all concerned parties to reaffirm their commitment to universal multilateralism.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to the global agenda of the United Nations by advancing interest on combating climate change, women’s role in peacemaking, and disaster management.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday expressed concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza and continuing violence in the Middle East.

The Philippines has maintained its position of peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula and continued to call for its denuclearization.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday reiterated the need to address the South China Sea issue to manage differences and reduce tensions following the recent incidents between China and the Philippines.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expects Australia to play a major role in ensuring peace and stability as well as economic development in Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific region.